Concussions occur when your brain hits the skull due to a blow to the head or violent shaking. Falls and contact sports and the two most common causes of concussions, and most people fully recover. It’s important to receive medical attention if someone is experiencing symptoms of a concussion. The providers at AFC Urgent Care Burlington are able to treat many different injuries, including concussions. As long as the symptoms are not at an ...
With COVID-19 still around the multiple variants running rampant through our communities, vaccines and boosters are more important than ever. While you may build up some natural immunity if you have recently had COVID, you don’t necessarily have immunity to the variants. Getting tested is the only way to know for sure that you have COVID. AFC Burlington provides COVID-19 testing to all patients via online appointments. Make your appointment today and visit us ...
Bronchitis consists of the inflammation of the bronchi due to an infection, illnesses, or exposure to low temperatures without the correct protection. When a person suffers from bronchitis, there is a greater mucus production due to inflammation and irritation of the tissues. Bronchitis can either be chronic (could last for 3months to two years) or acute (lasting anywhere between 10 to 14 weeks). It is not always possible to prevent bronchitis. However, in high-risk patients ...
Norovirus is an infection popularly known to cause the common stomach flu. This virus causes intestinal infections that lead to intense vomiting, nausea, and diarrhea. In winter, norovirus outbreaks are recorded to peak compared to other seasons of the year. In 2017 alone, the United States ‘centers for disease control and prevention (CDC) recorded a series of norovirus outbreaks in South Carolina, Virginia, Wisconsin, Oregon, Minnesota, and four other states. AFC Urgent Care Burlington can ...
The cold winter months are full of illness and potential injury from slipping and falling on ice. It’s important to continue prioritizing your health throughout the craziness of the holidays. AFC Urgent Care Burlington is here to provide you and your loved ones with the urgent medical care you need. We provide diagnosis and treatment for illnesses, injury treatment, and additional patient resources to stay healthy. Don’t waste time waiting in the emergency ...
Head cold, also called the common cold, usually becomes active during the cooler months. Every year, thousands of kids miss school because of the common cold, and many adults have to stay home from work as well. When the common cold strikes, the infected person typically feels sick for roughly a week experiencing mild symptoms. For persons with a weakened immune system, contracting the cold can lead to serious medical complications, such as pneumonia or ...
Going about your day-to-day life unable to breathe properly through your nose is uncomfortable. When you’ve been trying to get rid of congestion for days on end and see no relief, frustration is imminent. Although you may continue to blow your nose or continuously breathe through your mouth, there could be more going on than a simple cold. You may have developed a sinus infection. The providers at AFC Urgent Care Burlington can diagnose ...
The common cold is an illness that everyone experiences in their lifetime. Adults typically get a cold a few times each year; children tend to get colds far more often. While the symptoms of a cold vary from case to case, a low-grade fever is relatively standard. When a high-grade fever accompanies a cold, there could be something else going on. AFC Urgent Care Burlington provides treatment of many symptoms. Our providers can make the ...
Nutrition is an integral part of our health. It helps your body receive all of the necessary nutrients to make you feel good and have your body perform properly. Poor nutrition can increase the chance of chronic illnesses and general illnesses such as the flu or COVID. Take control of your health and learn proper health recommendations with AFC Burlington. Our center also provides COVID-19 tests to all patients in the area. Risks of Poor ...
Yoga can have many mental and physical health benefits, and some may even be unexpected. If conventional exercise doesn’t sound appealing to you, then you may want to consider yoga! Having a consistent exercise schedule can help keep you healthy and avoiding illness. In the case you do fall ill, be sure to visit AFC Urgent Care Burlington. Our staff can diagnose and treat your symptoms, as well as make any recommendations to maintain ...
